Angel L. Diggs
Hamden — Angel Lou Diggs, a true angel on earth, graced this world on Sept. 11, 1951, in Clearwater, Fla. As the eldest daughter of Vernon and Arthur Lee Dozier, her journey unfolded with purpose and love. From her early days at New London High School to her graduation from Southern Connecticut State College in 1973 with a degree in library science, Angel’s passion for knowledge and community was evident. She met the love of her life, Barry James Diggs, and their 54-year union bore witness to the creation of a beautiful family.
Angel embarked on a fulfilling career as an archival librarian at the New Haven Register, dedicating over 40 years of preserving, processing, appraising, and categorizing important documents and records before retiring in 2022. Devoted to her faith, Angel was an integral part of Bible Gospel Center (BGC), where she not only attended services faithfully, but also served as the Head of BGC’s Nursery Department, nurturing the spiritual growth of the youngest members.
As Angel Lou Diggs transitioned from this world to join our heavenly father on Nov. 28, 2023, she leaves behind a tapestry of memories to be cherished by her mother, Arthur Lee Dozier; son Barry J. Diggs Jr. (Marcie); daughter Aliya L. Stewart (Chrispin); eight grandchildren, Skylar D. Diggs, Ryenne A. Diggs, Brooklynn J. Diggs, Livia T. E. Diggs, Blake J. C. Diggs, Penelope K. Stewart, Lathan H.B. Stewart, and Miles L. S. Stewart; three sisters, Julie L. Dozier, Deborah D. Dozier, and Grace Peart (Rolen); four brothers, William Dozier (Cecilia), Timothy Michael Dozier (Diane), Jeffrey Dozier (Jacqueline), and Vernon Dozier Jr. (Roxemarlein); beloved sister-in-law, Dolores Dozier; three brothers-in-law, Rodney Diggs Sr. (Beverly), Daryl Diggs (Joyce), and Kevin Diggs; sister-in-law Linda Diggs (Herman); and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
She was predeceased by her loving husband, Barry J. Diggs Sr.; father, Vernon Dozier Sr.; best friend/sister-in-law, Michelle Diggs; and niece, Karena Dozier.
A celebration of her life will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023, at Bible Gospel Center, 143 Leeder Hill Drive, Hamden. Friends may call from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday at the church. Interment will be private. Services by Howard K. Hill Funeral Services, 1287 Chapel St, New Haven. To leave a message of comfort for the Diggs family, please visit, www.hkhfuneralservices.com